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Soppa Tal Armla

Cultural Context

Soppa Tal Armla originates from Malta and is traditionally made to utilize leftover bread and seasonal vegetables. This hearty dish reflects the island's agricultural heritage, showcasing simple yet flavorful ingredients. It's often enjoyed as a comforting meal, especially during colder months, and has seen various adaptations, making it a beloved staple in Maltese households and beyond.

MalteseMTmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 medium-sized potatoes
2 carrots
1 large onion
a bunch of celery
3 cloves of garlic
1 beef oxo cube
2.5 tablespoons tomato paste
1 can of corned beef
1 whole cauliflower
1 cup frozen peas
2 eggs
salt
pepper
curry
ricotta cheese

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Stale bread reduces waste and adds texture.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Homemade stock enhances flavor without added cost.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: none

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

1

Cut 3 medium-sized potatoes coarsely and 2 carrots into bite-sized pieces.

2

Dice 1 large onion and chop a bunch of celery.

3

Add 3 cloves of minced garlic to the pot.

4

Dissolve 1 beef oxo cube in boiling water and add to the pot.

5

Stir in 2.5 tablespoons of tomato paste for color.

6

Add 1 can of corned beef to the pot and let it cook.

7

After 20 minutes, add salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of curry.

8

Add a whole cauliflower cut into large pieces to the soup.

9

Add 1 cup of frozen peas and stir, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.

10

Crack 2 eggs into the soup without stirring, allowing them to poach in the broth for about 5 minutes.

11

Make ricotta cheese balls with ricotta, 2 eggs, salt, pepper, and parsley, then drop them into the soup.

12

Optionally, boil some pasta separately and add it to the soup before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringblending

Equipment Needed

large pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Maltese Bread SoupMaltese Vegetable Soup

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